Published: May 31, 2024
Sustainable nutrition to improve health
One of the world's biggest challenges: How do we feed and nourish a growing population while protecting the health of the planet?
Amidst growing global health concerns and an urgent demand for sustainable practices, the food system finds itself at the heart of some of the most pressing challenges of our time. It not only affects the health of our population but also contributes significantly to the health of the planet.
Rising rates of non-communicable diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and malnutrition, coupled with overarching issues like climate change, deforestation, and food waste, pose serious threats to both current and future generations. If we continue to produce, supply, and consume food in the same way, it is projected that we will require the resources of three planets equivalent to earth to feed the world's growing population. To tackle these global health crises, a transition towards sustainable nutrition solutions and practices is imperative.
Kerry plays a pivotal role in enabling positive change
From its beginnings as a dairy cooperative to a leading business in sustainable nutrition, Kerry is uniquely placed to solve these challenges. Every day, Kerry works with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products enjoyed by over 1 billion people worldwide. Recognised as one of the top 10 companies actively advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Kerry is committed to transforming the way we produce, supply, and consume food and beverages worldwide.
Science and technology’s crucial role in addressing food production, consumption, and availability challenges
With a focus on improving both the nutritional quality and environmental impact of a product, Kerry's portfolio of science-backed sustainable nutrition solutions is reshaping the future of food. Through state-of-the-art global and regional innovation centers and strategic partnerships with leading scientific institutions and startups, Kerry is pioneering solutions that span from reducing salt, sugar, and fat in food and beverage products to enhancing immune health, digestive health, cognitive health and women’s health by applying science backed, clinically validated solutions to everyday products such as smoothies, bakery products, snacks and more.
From reducing sodium levels to supporting immune function, extending shelf life to minimizing food waste, and implementing low-carbon and circular solutions, the possibilities for innovating sustainable nutrition solutions are vast and diverse.
Sustainable nutrition for generations to come
A next-generation global food system, which integrates sustainable nutrition solutions, holds the potential to offer a multitude of benefits, including improving the overall health and well-being of the growing population but also safeguarding the health of our planet.
Positioned at the forefront of sustainable nutrition, Kerry is adept at co-creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food and beverage products to meet the evolving needs of consumers. By doing so, Kerry contributes to shaping a healthier and more sustainable food system for generations to come.
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